Minneapolis, Minnesota vs. Albuquerque, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albuquerque, New Mexico is 13.5% cheaper than Minneapolis, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $147,010 in Albuquerque, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albuquerque, New Mexico is cheaper than Minneapolis, Minnesota
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
35% cheaper in Albuquerque
than in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN vs. Albuquerque, NM
Compared to Minneapolis, Albuquerque is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.5% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  5.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  24.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.5% lower
  Commute
  17.6% lower
  Health
  5.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.3% lower